topic Re: 5 Port Charger gift for signing up in Membership

5 Port Charger gift for signing up

JaniceA499777 — Sat, 11 Mar 2023 18:26:17 GMT

I got the 5 port charger when i signed up and it won't charge and it either won't charge my device or other it says it's going to take 6 - 8 hours to charge. I would like to get something else since this thing doesn't actually work.

Re: 5 Port Charger gift for signing up

DirkB349973 — Sun, 12 Mar 2023 04:26:16 GMT

Your five-port USB hub is probably delivering 500 milliamps vs 1 or 2 amps for most wall chargers. The wall charger will likely shorten charging time.

Re: 5 Port Charger gift for signing up

DirkB349973 — Sun, 12 Mar 2023 14:27:50 GMT

I'm thinking primarily of phones. Some devices that require more power may not charge at all at that low amperage. I don't think the free gift is actually a phone charger.

Re: 5 Port Charger gift for signing up

JaniceA499777 — Sun, 12 Mar 2023 15:48:52 GMT

They literally say it's a charger when they tell you about the free gift. A phone is what 99% of people would try to use this to charge.

Re: 5 Port Charger gift for signing up

DirkB349973 — Sun, 12 Mar 2023 16:53:19 GMT

My apologies Janice. I should have looked at the label before I spoke. It's not a USB hub. If yours looks like this, it should have enough power to charge a few phones at the same time.

Re: 5 Port Charger gift for signing up

JaniceA499777 — Sun, 12 Mar 2023 16:55:10 GMT

No worries.

Re: 5 Port Charger gift for signing up

AARPJanelleM — Tue, 14 Mar 2023 16:12:09 GMT

@JaniceA499777 Hi Janice, thank you for being a part of our family! Please give us a call when you have a chance so we can assist further: 1-888-OUR-AARP (1-888-687-2277).

Re: 5 Port Charger gift for signing up

j677452j — Sat, 29 Jul 2023 19:44:55 GMT

I just got one, and it says the same thing: 6 hours. My phone says to use the cord and charger that came with the phone for fast charging. This is very slow charging. OTOH, mine came without a power cord, and I borrowed one from another charging device. That MIGHT make a difference. Otherwise, this is an annoying paperweight.

Re: 5 Port Charger gift for signing up

nanci54 — Wed, 04 Oct 2023 00:14:20 GMT

I think it depends on your phone. I have just a simple flip phone and charged in 45 minutes.

Re: 5 Port Charger gift for signing up

ErnestoA328317 — Thu, 25 Jan 2024 14:46:01 GMT

What’s the speak on top for

Re: 5 Port Charger gift for signing up

TinaK947975 — Fri, 15 Mar 2024 01:11:15 GMT

I am wondering what the speaker is for as well.

Re: 5 Port Charger gift for signing up

AARPConsumerCare — Fri, 15 Mar 2024 17:36:08 GMT

Hi TinaK. Many listeners enjoy the Bluetooth speaker because it is wireless and portable. If you have any questions, I'm always here to help! - Stephen K.

Re: 5 Port Charger gift for signing up

KellytheBelly — Fri, 15 Mar 2024 17:45:04 GMT

I do hope that nobody tries to claim this Bluetooth speaker. It's a tin can sound, and very small. I got one years ago, spray painted it white, and it sounds awful (it sounded awful before I painted it). I did recently need to renew my membership, but I only did so when they no longer offered the same Bluetooth speaker, by which I'd receive a trunk organizer, instead. I like the trunk organizer. I just renewed my membership last night. On that note, you have me for another year! 😉

Re: 5 Port Charger gift for signing up

AARPConsumerCare — Mon, 18 Mar 2024 14:33:00 GMT

@KellytheBelly We appreciate your membership! If I can answer anything about membership or benefits, please let me know! Jodee R.

Re: 5 Port Charger gift for signing up

Wecouncilman — Mon, 25 Mar 2024 17:58:07 GMT

I just received my so called AARP power adapter, no manual, no instructions and appears to be a waste of money. Wayne

Re: 5 Port Charger gift for signing up

AARPConsumerCare — Tue, 26 Mar 2024 17:42:51 GMT

Hi Wayne! I am sorry to hear you are not happy with your item. Please reach out to us at AARP Main Facebook PM https://m.me/aarp. -Sue J

Re: 5 Port Charger gift for signing up

MarcS333994 — Wed, 03 Apr 2024 22:45:21 GMT

This is pollution. I don't need it. I'll have to throw it away.

Re: 5 Port Charger gift for signing up

DemetrisS203461 — Fri, 05 Apr 2024 18:38:31 GMT

Sucks that it wasn't a USB HUB, but a charger, especially since chargers now are majority C connections. Oh well, it was free....

Re: 5 Port Charger gift for signing up

AARPConsumerCare — Fri, 05 Apr 2024 23:30:38 GMT

Hi DemetrisS203461! Be sure to watch our offers on Facebook or http://AARP.org?cmp=SNO-LITHIUM---&socialid=13088748793. Different offers have different gifts. Of course not all offers have gifts, but worth looking on our sites for something you might like. -Sue J

Re: 5 Port Charger gift for signing up

WilliamP626492 — Sun, 28 Apr 2024 13:26:57 GMT

i suppose i can regift it